Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2024-12-23
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Astra 1P: A New Standard for Satellite Broadcasting in Europe
SES's Astra 1P satellite is now fully operational at 19.2° East, offering 80 transponders for hundreds of HD TV channels across Europe. This significant upgrade enhances content delivery, particularly for sports broadcasting, meeting growing viewer...SpaceX's Bandwagon-2 Mission: A Record-Breaking Rideshare Launch
SpaceX successfully launched its Bandwagon-2 mission, deploying 30 satellites into mid-inclination orbits. This launch marks a significant milestone in SpaceX's ambitious launch schedule for 2024, exceeding the previous year's count but falling...Parker Solar Probe's Record-Breaking Solar Flyby: Exceeding Expectations
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has made its closest-ever approach to the sun, exceeding all expectations. The spacecraft, launched in 2018, is transmitting data revealing unprecedented insights into the sun's activity, including the solar wind and...Blackmagic Design Unveils Ursa Cine Immersive Camera for Apple Vision Pro
Blackmagic Design's new Ursa Cine Immersive camera is designed for Apple Vision Pro's immersive video format. It boasts 8160 x 7200 resolution per eye, 16 stops of dynamic range, and integrated 8TB storage. DaVinci Resolve will gain support for...Swisscom's Acquisition of Vodafone Italia Approved: Creating a Converged Challenger
The Italian Competition Authority and the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy have approved Swisscom's acquisition of Vodafone Italia. This merger aims to create a stronger telecommunications competitor in Italy, leveraging the combined...EU Commission Upholds State Funding for Finnish Public Broadcaster Yle
The European Commission rejected a complaint against Finland's public broadcaster Yle, finding its funding model compliant with EU rules. The ruling addresses concerns raised by Sanoma Media Finland about Yle's streaming service and educational...EU Commission Upholds Yle's Online Services, Reinforcing Public Service Media's Digital Role
The European Commission rejected a complaint against Finland's Yle, confirming the legality of its online streaming and learning services. This decision underscores the importance of public service media adapting to digital platforms while...Turion Space Secures $32.6 Million Contract for Space Debris Tracking Satellites
Turion Space, a California-based startup, has been awarded a substantial contract by the U.S. Space Force to develop and launch three small satellites for space debris tracking and monitoring. These satellites, launching in 2026 and 2027, will...Military Weather Satellite Breaks Up in Orbit, Creating Debris Field
A defunct US military weather satellite, DMSP-5D2 F14, has fragmented in orbit, generating over 50 pieces of debris. This incident follows a pattern of similar events involving this type of spacecraft, raising concerns about the effectiveness of...The Evolution of Broadcast Integration: A Shift Towards Outcome-Based Solutions
The broadcast integration industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Driven by cloud services, cybersecurity concerns, and a shift in buyer priorities from facilities managers to CIOs, integrators are adapting to deliver outcome-based...NBC's Peacock to Host First NFL Game Alternate Broadcast with Madden NFL Integration
Peacock will stream an innovative NFL game broadcast on December 21st, 2024, blending live action from the Houston Texans-Kansas City Chiefs game with interactive elements from EA Sports' Madden NFL. The unique broadcast will feature a dedicated...ESPN's Reimagined College Football Playoff Graphics: A Visual Feast
ESPN unveils a stunning new graphics package for the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff, featuring bright motifs, premium textures, and innovative animations. The redesign aims to educate viewers on the new format while enhancing the viewing...RiC TV Upgrades & Launches The Fairly OddParents
German children's channel RiC TV will launch The Fairly OddParents in 2025, alongside a technical upgrade to the Astra satellite system. The channel will move to a new frequency, offering improved reception for viewers. This change enhances the...Chris Cuomo Extends NewsNation Contract: A Deeper Look at Ratings and Network Strategy
Chris Cuomo has renewed his contract with NewsNation, extending his primetime show. This article analyzes the impact of Cuomo's show on NewsNation's ratings, comparing them to competitors like CNN and Fox News, and explores the network's overall...Cellnex Telecom Sells Austrian Operations for €803 Million
Cellnex Telecom has completed the sale of its Austrian operations to a consortium for €803 million. This move aligns with the company's strategy to focus on core markets and accelerate shareholder returns. The sale includes approximately 4,600...ZDF's Himmler Takes Helm of Global Task Force for Public Media
Dr. Norbert Himmler of ZDF succeeds Catherine Tait of CBC/Radio-Canada as Chair of the Global Task Force for Public Media, a group advocating for public media values and facing increasing pressure globally. The Task Force unites leading public...China's Space Ambitions: A Recent Surge in Satellite Launches
China's space program continues its rapid expansion, with recent launches including the Ceres-1 carrying Tianqi satellites and Long March rockets deploying SAR and Qianfan satellites. This flurry of activity underscores China's ambitious plans for...SpaceX Crew Dragon Delay Extends Astronaut ISS Stay
A new SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft faces delays, pushing back the Crew-10 mission launch to late March. This extends the stay of several astronauts on the ISS, including those aboard since June, who are now facing a 10-month mission instead of the...Cybersecurity Threats Facing the Broadcast Industry in 2025
The broadcast industry faces evolving cybersecurity threats, from DDoS attacks on live sports to account fraud and hacktivism. Cloud migration and AI integration introduce new vulnerabilities, demanding robust security measures. This article...Blackmagic Cloud Gets Major Update: Enhanced Collaboration and Workflow Features
Blackmagic Design unveils significant enhancements to Blackmagic Cloud, including thumbnail previews, metadata inspection, client sharing via URL, and improved localization. Streamline your collaborative workflows and experience seamless global file...